R v B (others) – Led Junior, Prosecution
Multi-handed kidnapping; advised on evidential gaps, use of ANPR and telephone data, and secured reluctant complainant’s evidence at trial.
Ashanti-Jade is an experienced criminal advocate who both prosecutes and defends in serious and complex cases.
Recognised for her meticulous preparation and persuasive courtroom presence, Ashanti-Jade is regularly instructed in challenging cases, including multi-handed trials. Her practice includes particular experience in serious violence, sexual offences, organised crime, and cases involving digital evidence.
A CPS Grade 3 prosecutor and a member of the RASSO and Serious Crime panels, Ashanti-Jade is trusted to handle demanding and sensitive work.
Beyond her criminal practice, she also has experience in Regulatory, Inquests, Professional Disciplinary, and Licensing matters.
Ashanti-Jade is regularly instructed in cases involving Rape and Serious Sexual Offences, including those concerning children, historic allegations, and cases with a cultural element – she is recognised for her sensitive and effective approach to cross-examination.
Her experience extends to multi-handed conspiracies, including kidnappings, serious violence, and County Lines drug supply, where she is trusted to manage the evidential and tactical challenges of such proceedings.
A diligent and hard-working junior, Ashanti-Jade is known for her clear, persuasive advocacy in challenging cases and her articulate written work.
Multi-handed kidnapping; advised on evidential gaps, use of ANPR and telephone data, and secured reluctant complainant’s evidence at trial.
Prosecuted three defendants for conspiracy to possess a firearm, involving complex telephone and disclosure issues.
Sexual assault of a child under 13; successfully opposed admission of hearsay evidence under s.120 CJA 2003.
Appeared for the Crown in an appeal against conviction for being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs. The appeal challenged the sufficiency of the evidence and the judge’s directions on the “concerned in supply” element. Drafted the respondent’s notice, made oral submissions, and the appeal was dismissed.
Prosecuted an eight-count indictment including multiple rape offences and kidnap arising from a domestic context. Secured conviction, managing sensitive disclosure and careful handling of the complainant’s evidence.
s.20 OAPA; glassing allegation; ran self-defence — acquitted.
Witness intimidation (s.51 CJPOA 1994); alleged threats to ex-wife during proceedings — acquitted.
Burglary; despite bad character of 10+ previous convictions admitted, highlighted failures in police investigation and pursuit of other suspect — acquitted
Ashanti-Jade has experience in professional disciplinary proceedings, including cases involving allegations of sexual assault, inappropriate relationships, and neglect. She has presented cases for the Education Workforce Council, where the issues often raised questions of safeguarding and public confidence.
Her licensing and regulatory work has included premises licence hearings, taxi appeals, businesses operating in breach of Covid regulations, and cases involving counterfeit cigarettes..
Ashanti-Jade has represented bereaved families and other interested persons in sensitive and challenging inquests, including cases raising issues of mental health, safeguarding, and workplace safety.
She represented the family of a young man who had, on the face of it, taken his own life. Ashanti-Jade made submissions as to intention, successfully arguing that the evidence did not meet the threshold for suicide. The Coroner returned a conclusion of accident (unintended death).
She also represented the deputy manager of a large nightclub whose brother, an employee, had died in an accident at work due to unsafe working practices. Ashanti-Jade made successful submissions that gross negligence manslaughter should not be left to the jury as a conclusion, narrowing the scope of the inquest.
Ashanti-Jade is valued for her ability to combine sensitivity with robust advocacy in Coroner’s Courts, ensuring that families and professionals feel supported while the key issues are effectively addressed.
We are delighted to announce Ashanti-Jade Walton year of call 2016, has joined the Criminal Law group based in Birmingham. The Crime group at No5 is…
We are delighted to announce Ashanti-Jade Walton year of call 2016, has joined the Criminal Law group based in Birmingham. The Crime group at No5 is…
